How do you remove a ignition cylinder from a car?
Insert the key in the ignition lock cylinder and turn the key to the “Run” position. Insert a small Allen wrench into the hole located on top of the ignition lock-cylinder housing. Then push down the wrench to release the lock cylinder from its housing. Then remove the lock cylinder from its housing.
Where is the ignition switch on a GMC Sierra?
That is called the lock cylinder. The ignition switch typically sits directly behind the lock cylinder. It has three main functions. Power the Accessories- This should be what you get when you turn the key to the first position. This allows you to use the power windows, radio, and any other accessory that is equipped in your GMC Sierra.
How do you turn off the ignition on a Chevy Express?
Turn the ignition switch to the “Off” position. Attach the black, negative battery cable using the wrench. Turn the ignition switch to the “On” position and make sure the Air Bag indicator, on the instrument panel, flashes and then turn “Off” the ignition switch.
How do you install an ignition lock cylinder?
Install the ignition lock cylinder into its housing. Plug the two electrical connectors from the ignition switch into the lock-cylinder housing. Install the lower and upper steering column covers and tighten the screws using the Phillips screwdriver.
Insert the key in the ignition lock cylinder and turn the key to the “Run” position. Insert a small Allen wrench into the hole located on top of the ignition lock-cylinder housing. Then push down the wrench to release the lock cylinder from its housing. Then remove the lock cylinder from its housing.
Install the ignition lock cylinder into its housing. Plug the two electrical connectors from the ignition switch into the lock-cylinder housing. Install the lower and upper steering column covers and tighten the screws using the Phillips screwdriver.
Turn the ignition switch to the “Off” position. Attach the black, negative battery cable using the wrench. Turn the ignition switch to the “On” position and make sure the Air Bag indicator, on the instrument panel, flashes and then turn “Off” the ignition switch.
How do you replace a bad ignition switch?
In this case, you can replace a bad ignition switch on your van. Turn the ignition key to the “On” position and set the steering wheel straight so the front tires point straight ahead. Then turn the ignition switch “Off.” Detach the black, negative battery cable using a wrench and wait one minute before beginning to work on the ignition switch.